ENJOY YOUR FRIENDSHIPS
Our mission is the creation
of genuine friendships!
We encourage your creation
of a deep & natural friendship with yourself,
with other people, and with nature!
© Heroic Living Nonprofit
For many years, researchers have looked at communities that promote healthy living. The idea of blue zones comes from the work of Gianni Pes and Michel Poulain published in the Journal of Experimental Gerontology, which identified Sardinia, Italy as the area with the most male centenarians.
Look below for an inspiring exploration of natural living: a journey towards fostering health and well-being within a vibrant local community.
We start by simplifying the concept of natural living and healthy blue zone communities, and then we break down the main ideas behind blue zone living. (see chart below)
HEROIC LIVING NONPROFIT
CHART OF NATURAL LIVING
Definitions/Components from Simple to Complex
Natural Living Essence:
“Local long-lasting face-to-face friendships!”
Natural Living Daily Routines:
(1) PASSION: Purpose: Making a difference for local friends
(2) FOOD: Eating fresh local food with local friends
(3) MOVEMENT: Moving together with local friends
(4) FRIENDS: Having fun together with local friends
(page to be explained gradually during the next several weeks)
Our Vison:
Rohnert Park: “A City of Local Friendships”
with
local friendship groups
fresh local food
local walking trails
local neighborhood parks
local university
local community activities,
local stores and restaurants
local pickleball
near a local Smart Train